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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Preservation of Oligarchies.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. This is the type of constitution that is the very best possible constitution that can be applied within a real, live city-state or other state.
(a) Just and logical.
(b) Best-fit for the facts.
(c) Typical situation.
(d) Common sense.

2. Aristotle says that a government will have problems when more of its people are interested in profit than in what?
(a) Politics.
(b) Service.
(c) Dedication.
(d) Honor.

3. The philosopher says that there are different _______ involved in farming and law-making.
(a) Skills.
(b) Emotions.
(c) Virtues.
(d) Tasks.

4. Aristotle says that education should be equal but not what?
(a) Based on location in life.
(b) Given to all.
(c) Uniform.
(d) Based on need.

5. Democracy is a corruption of what?
(a) Communal rule.
(b) Polity.
(c) Monarchy.
(d) Oligarchy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Legals structures, like constitutions, are starting points for what?

2. Aristotle believes that people should be trained for what?

3. Aristotle says that the second greatest cause of crime are desires that reach beyond what?

4. Aristotle believes that a society in which the members choose to obey laws will be what type of society?

5. Aristotle believes that a social safety net is necessary to provide relief but is not meant as a substitute for what?

(see the answer key)

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